Eric Elliott

An Air Tindi de Havilland DHC-6-300 Twin Otter carrying five people was forced to make an emergency landing outside of Fort Providence en-route from Yellowknife to Fort Simpson, Nov. 1, 2021. Air Tindi president Chris Reynolds said three helicopters have been dispatched to a crash site after another Twin Otter, like the one pictured, went down on Dec. 27, 2023 at 12:45 p.m. Mountain Time, approximately 300 kilometres northeast of Yellowknife. NNSL file photo

3 helicopters to bring back Northwest Territories plane crash survivors

An aircraft carrying 2 search and rescue paramedics was dispatched to the crash site Wednesday night

An Air Tindi de Havilland DHC-6-300 Twin Otter carrying five people was forced to make an emergency landing outside of Fort Providence en-route from Yellowknife to Fort Simpson, Nov. 1, 2021. Air Tindi president Chris Reynolds said three helicopters have been dispatched to a crash site after another Twin Otter, like the one pictured, went down on Dec. 27, 2023 at 12:45 p.m. Mountain Time, approximately 300 kilometres northeast of Yellowknife. NNSL file photo

Rockies promote local midgets to close out the season

With the playoffs already assured, the Rockies have promoted several players from the local midget team to help close out the season.

Fire engulfing the house last week.

Windermere home a total loss in first home fire of 2017

Columbia Valley Rural Fire and Rescue Service was called to a home in Windermere last Wednesday to respond to a house fire.

Fire engulfing the house last week.

Rockies split weekend games with playoffs on mind

The Columbia Valley Rockies split their weekend games against the Spokane Braves and Grand Forks Border Bruins.

Rennebohm becomes new economic development officer for Akisqnuk

The Akisqnuk have named Heather Rennebohm as the new economic development officer for the band.

Editorial: No more of taking Trump lightly

Despite the ludicrous nature of Donald Trump's first days as a president, he's essentially doing what he said he would.

Stetski discouraged by broken electoral reform promise

Local MP Wayne Stetski said he felt betrayed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to go back on his promise for electoral reform.

Stetski back in Canada after foreign diplomacy trip

Kootenay Columbia MP Wayne Stetski recently returned to Canada with a new perspective on politics from a foreign diplomacy trip.

RCMP reports to the District of Invermere

Sgt. Bob Vatamaniuck recently reported to the District of Invermere providing them details on the region's most pressing issues.

The Rockies showed great resiliency last weekend, fighting back to beat Golden from behind, clinching a spot in this year's playoffs.

Rockies clinch playoff spot

The Columbia Valley Rockies clinched a spot in this year's playoffs with a tie against Kimberley and victory over Golden.

The Rockies showed great resiliency last weekend, fighting back to beat Golden from behind, clinching a spot in this year's playoffs.

Millenials putting pressure on boomers’ pocket books

A recent study from TD Canada Trust revealed that millenials are putting pressure on boomers' pocket books ahead of retirement.

Director Booth in driver’s seat to become UBCM President

Area F Director Wendy Booth is in the driver's seat to become the next president of the UBCM this fall.

Lake Windermere continues to show positive health signs

The Lake Windermere Ambassadors recently released their study for 2016 on the health of Lake Windermere with all signs leading up.

Editorial: Trudeau shows he’s just another politician

Just over a year into his term as Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau is demonstrating that he's just another politician.

The much improved Rockies surged against Golden early last week before sagging against Castlegar and Beaver Valley.

Rockies celebrate first winning streak of the season.

It may have taken 37 games to do it, but the Columbia Valley Rockies finally started a winning streak.

The much improved Rockies surged against Golden early last week before sagging against Castlegar and Beaver Valley.

RDEK continues to support WildSafeBC program

The RDEK determined during that their last board meeting that they will be once again supporting the WildSafeBC program.

Backyard chickens finally gets the formal go-ahead in Area G

After extensive reviews and open houses, Area G will be finally moving forward on its bylaw to allow backyard agriculture.

Local government shares its plans for the future

The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce held their seventh annual local government meeting, discussing future issues within the region.

RDEK approves funds for 2017 Local Conservation Fund Program

The RDEK recently announced $87,600 in funding for eight programs in this year's Local Conservation Fund Program.

The Rockies were on the defensive when they played Creston at the Eddie on December 13th, losing 9-2. But that loss was countered with a 6-4 win over the Thunder Cats in Creston on Friday, January 13th.

Rockies take massive two points in Creston

Despite a rocky start to the 2017 year, the Columbia Valley Rockies rebounded with consecutive victories over Creston and Golden.

The Rockies were on the defensive when they played Creston at the Eddie on December 13th, losing 9-2. But that loss was countered with a 6-4 win over the Thunder Cats in Creston on Friday, January 13th.